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Elia Ermou Athens Hotel, Athens
Centrally located hotel near Syntagma Square with a luxurious home feel, a spa, and a rooftop restaurant
Karen W.
Very nice and comfortable hotel. Central location easily accessible to toursit sites and restaurants in downtown Athens. We were only there overnight.
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Lauren B.
The location of this hotel was perfect. We were right downtown and could walk to all the main attractions. The breakfast spread was amazing, especially the... Read more
Rebekah T.
I am not a city person and this hotel is located within the city. That being said if you stay in Athens then you need to... Read more
Audrey M.
Modern hotel with professional and friendly staff.
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SHOSHANA S.
The hotel was in a great location, but the room setup was a bit unusual. There was no counter space to put things on, which was... Read more
Overview
Elia Ermou offers bright light, spacious rooms, and a perfect view of the Acropolis from its rooftop and several rooms. Those wanting a more up-close look of the Acropolis can be at the foot of the Parthenon in just 10 minutes. Elia Ermou boasts a juxtaposing position of both being in the center of a vibrant pedestrian street near Syntagma Square while offering its guests the peace, space, and luxury to relax.
Kimkim's Take
Pros
- The rooftop restaurant and bar offer fantastic unimpeded views of the Acropolis, and many rooms allow you to enjoy the same view from your balcony.
- Spa lovers can head down to the hotel spa or relax in the steam shower in your room if you book one with a private hammam.
- Its location puts you within walking distance of all the major areas of Athens: the shops of Ermou, the Acropolis, and all of the archaeological sites around Plaka, Monastiraki, and Syntagma.
- Soundproof windows keep out the noise of the streets down below.
- Elia Ermou is located on a busy corner of shops, restaurants, and cafés, which can feel overwhelming. But luckily, the soundproofed rooms work pretty effectively so that the hotel's interior is quiet and peaceful.
Authenticity
Once you go up to the roof or sit on your balcony to gaze at the Acropolis for a minute (or 30), you'll know and feel exactly where you are at Elia Ermou. The clear, unimpeded visual of the Acropolis from different points of the hotel makes you feel like you really are in Greece. While it's a focus of the hotel, Elia Ermou also tries to bring modern Greece into the picture. Some rooms and common spaces include original artwork by local Greek artists, all available to purchase.Location
Elia Ermou is located in a place where ancient and modern Greece meet. Many ancient archaeological sites are within reach—most of them no more than 15 minutes away by foot—and the modern Greek interest in tourism means this area is geared toward foreigners. So, there's something for everyone, as you can engage with either energy. Syntagma Square and Metro, plus the National Garden, are all just a 5-minute walk away, while the Acropolis, the Acropolis Museum, and Monastiraki Square and Metro are all 10 minutes away on foot.Rooms & Bathrooms
Elia Ermou includes 123 clean, simple, and modern rooms of various types, including the executive room with a hammam or steam shower, family rooms that can sleep up to four people, and rooms with large balconies overlooking the Acropolis. All the rooms feel quite spacious, including the smallest, the Basic Double Standard. You can lay out your stuff, stretch your legs, or even exercise with the provided small weights and dumbbells in each room.Other Highlights
Considering many hotels in the Athens center have to work with nearby parking lots to get rates for hotel guests, Elia Ermou stands out thanks to its parking structure, where you can park conveniently and at a reasonable rate.
4-star Hotel
+30 210325 0100
Ermou 15-17
Traveler Reviews
34 total ratings, 26 with reviews
4.7 out of 5
Feature ratings
Authenticity & Character
4.6
4.6
Location
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Staff
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Cleanliness & Comfort
4.7
4.7
Karen W.
Chestnut Hill, MA
| Reviewed on Oct 08, 2023
Very nice and comfortable hotel. Central location easily accessible to toursit sites and restaurants in downtown Athens. We were only there overnight.
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Lauren B.
Seattle, WA
| Reviewed on Oct 03, 2023
The location of this hotel was perfect. We were right downtown and could walk to all the main attractions. The breakfast spread was amazing, especially the bread.
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Rebekah T.
Nicetown-Tioga, PA
| Reviewed on Sep 27, 2023
I am not a city person and this hotel is located within the city. That being said if you stay in Athens then you need to stay at this hotel! They have a restaurant on their rooftop with the perfect view of the Acropolis. Extremely beautiful! Plus the food was delicious. The rooms were cleaned and maintained, and they had a jacuzzi bathtub. Being in the city it was quiet at night within our room.
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Charles A.
Harrisburg, PA
| Reviewed on Sep 21, 2023
This hotel is perfectly situated in an area of Athens that's convenient for sight-seeing, shopping and dining. It was well appointed and the service was terrific. Breakfasts were generous and delicious with lots of variety and well-prepared options. Drinks on the outside deck under the stars looking out at the acropolis were the perfect way to end a day. Our room was spotless, spacious and accommodating. I highly recommend the Elia Ermou Athens Hotel.
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Audrey M.
Baltimore, MD
| Reviewed on Sep 17, 2023
Modern hotel with professional and friendly staff.
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Laurie P.
Oconomowoc, WI
| Reviewed on Sep 10, 2023
Great location and spacious rooms with king beds! Liked the number of usb plugs. The Hotel seemed to get hot at night which didn’t lend itself to comfortable sleeping. Wish we could have made the room cooler.
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SHOSHANA S.
Lawndale, CA
| Reviewed on Jul 05, 2023
The hotel was in a great location, but the room setup was a bit unusual. There was no counter space to put things on, which was inconvenient. However, overall, the room was comfortable and decent.
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Alan S.
Mansfield, MA
| Reviewed on Jun 28, 2023
The hotel was wonderful, but it wasn't as personal as the boutique hotels we stayed at later in the trip.
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Kathleen N.
Ogden, UT
| Reviewed on Jun 11, 2023
Great downtown location with an amazing view of the Acropolis. The breakfast buffet is very good and you can view the Acropolis as you eat. Rooms are clean, beds are comfortable. Very attentive hotel staff.
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Anita N.
Tysons Corner, VA
| Reviewed on Apr 17, 2023
Located in central Athens this hotel was a charming, small hotel on one of the main streets of Athens and was in the midst of lovely outdoor restaurants, high end shopping, as well as local shops with trinkets. It was also very close to the Acropolis. The breakfast was hearty. The staff was polite. The bathrooms were a bit tight but then the stay was only for a few days. The only recommendation I would provide is to have the twin beds in each room separated.
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